Description
Stuffed Cabbage Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together all the comforting flavors of traditional stuffed cabbage rolls in an easy, one-pot meal. Made with tender cabbage, lean ground beef, vegetables, and a rich tomato-based broth, this soup is both nourishing and delicious—perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1½ pounds lean ground beef
- 4 cups chopped green cabbage
- 2 cups chopped yellow onion
- 1¼ cups chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
- 4 cups unsalted chicken broth
- ¼ cup medium-grain brown rice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, stirring often, until browned, about 6-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in chopped cabbage, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the onion turns translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Season the Mixture: Add brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, ground pepper, and cayenne. Stir for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Add Liquids and Rice: Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Bring to a boil, then stir in brown rice.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 30-35 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute ground beef with ground pork, turkey, or plant-based meat.
- Swap brown rice with white rice, quinoa, or barley.
- Use napa or Savoy cabbage for a different texture.
- Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
